Glossop Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 18,101, Glossop recorded 123 crimes in December 2025, equating to 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate, 2.9% below the UK average of 7.0, positions the area as marginally safer than the national benchmark. The crime profile reveals a combination of local and seasonal factors, with violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) accounting for 30.1% of all reported crimes, followed by public order (19, 15.5%) and anti-social behaviour (16, 13.0%). The surge in public order offences, which were 150% above the UK average, may be linked to the area’s built-up character and the heightened social activity typical of December, including extended hours for nightlife and increased foot traffic in commercial zones. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) could reflect the area’s rural surroundings, which may deter certain types of criminal activity. Seasonal factors, such as dark evenings and the holiday period, likely influenced patterns, with shoplifting and burglary rising sharply—though the latter’s 400% increase from November highlights the vulnerability of empty homes during the festive season. The data also shows a notable dip in other crime (down 80%) and robbery (down 66.7%), which may indicate temporary shifts in criminal focus or increased community awareness. Overall, the crime picture in Glossop reflects a blend of localized challenges and broader seasonal trends, with the built-up area’s proximity to rural landscapes shaping the balance between property and violent crime.

December 2025 marked sharp increases in burglary, public order offences, and shoplifting, with burglary surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and public order offences rising 111.1% (from 9 to 19). These jumps, though localized, may partly reflect the seasonal context of Christmas shopping and extended party hours in Glossop’s built-up areas. Conversely, other crime and robbery both declined sharply—by 80% and 66.7% respectively—possibly due to heightened community vigilance or temporary disruptions in criminal networks. Public order offences in Glossop were 150% above the UK average, a stark contrast to shoplifting, which was 40% above the national rate. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as the area’s mix of rural and urban environments, may amplify certain types of crime while mitigating others. For residents, the 400% rise in burglary underscores the importance of securing properties during the holiday season, when empty homes may be more vulnerable.

December 2025 saw a 35.2% increase in Glossop’s crime rate compared to November, rising from 5.0 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while modest in absolute terms, reflects a notable uptick in specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a community of 18,101 people. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 147 residents over the course of December. This ratio, while lower than the UK average in some categories, highlights the localized nature of crime in Glossop. The built-up area’s proximity to rural landscapes may influence patterns, with seasonal factors like dark evenings and holiday-related disruptions potentially amplifying certain types of crime. However, the overall rate remains 2.9% below the UK average, suggesting that local conditions—such as a smaller population base or community-driven policing efforts—may temper broader national trends.